Shrimp Enchiladas Suizas Recipe
Ingredients
Verde Sauce:
- 1 pounds fresh tomatillos, husks removed
- 1 bunch fresh cilantro, stems trimmed
- 1 small onion, quartered
- 3 medium fresh jalapeno peppers, stems removed
- 3 green onions, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken broth
- teaspoon salt
- teaspoon ground black pepper
Filling:
- 1 pound frozen fully cooked salad shrimp, thawed
- 1 (9 ounce) bag baby spinach leaves
Enchiladas:
- 2 teaspoons vegetable oil, divided
- 10 (6 inch) corn tortillas
- 8 ounces shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- cup sour cream (optional)
- 1 tablespoon green pepper sauce (e.g., Tabasco) (optional)
Directions
Step 1: Preheat the oven to 400F (200C). Lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking dish with oil.
Step 2: Prepare the verde sauce: In a food processor, pulse tomatillos, cilantro, onion, jalapeos, and green onions until coarsely chopped (about 8 pulses). Transfer the mixture to a saucepan and bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 5 minutes.
Step 3: Stir in heavy cream, chicken broth, salt, and pepper. Return the mixture to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes, until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside.
Step 4: Make the filling: In a skillet, heat the shrimp and spinach over medium heat. Cover and cook for about 3 minutes, until the spinach wilts and the shrimp are heated through. Transfer to a bowl and wipe the skillet clean.
Step 5: Prepare the enchiladas: In the same skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Cook one tortilla at a time, turning it over after 7-8 seconds, until soft. Place the tortilla on a flat surface.
Step 6: Add about 1 tablespoon of the shrimp and spinach filling to the center of each tortilla, along with 1 tablespoon of shredded Monterey Jack cheese. Roll up the tortilla to seal and place it seam-side down in the prepared baking dish. Repeat with the remaining tortillas, adding oil as needed to cook them.
Step 7: Pour the verde sauce over the enchiladas. Spoon any remaining filling over the top. Sprinkle the remaining Monterey Jack cheese on top and add optional sour cream and green pepper sauce for extra flavor.
Step 8: Bake the enchiladas in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until bubbly and golden.
Nutrition Facts (per serving)
| Nutrition | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 681 |
| Total Fat | 43g (55% DV) |
| Saturated Fat | 24g (119% DV) |
| Cholesterol | 255mg (85% DV) |
| Sodium | 963mg (42% DV) |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40g (14% DV) |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g (29% DV) |
| Total Sugars | 8g |
| Protein | 38g (76% DV) |
| Vitamin C | 42mg (47% DV) |
| Calcium | 564mg (43% DV) |
| Iron | 6mg (33% DV) |
| Potassium | 1147mg (24% DV) |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Comments
Sarah Walker
01/19/2024 02:41:07 AM
I absolutely love the sauce on these enchiladas - it's tangy and delicious! The fresh tomatillos add such a yummy flavor. Just be prepared that it may take a bit longer to make than the recipe says, so I recommend budgeting an extra half hour.
Joyce White
12/04/2023 01:19:03 AM
Review: I have made this dish multiple times, using large shrimp that I roughly chop and season with Old Bay, garlic, and cayenne before sautéing them. Recently, I decided to add bay scallops and slivered onion to the shrimp, which turned out absolutely delicious. The sauce is so flavorful and rich that I find using half and half instead of heavy cream works perfectly. I always opt for raw corn tortillas and grill them for this recipe - the extra effort is truly worth it. Personally, I believe this dish is best presented by rolling the warm tortillas around the filling, placing them on a bed of baby spinach, and drizzling with the sauce rather than baking it in a casserole. Finish with a garnish of scallions and cilantro for a beautiful and delicious meal. PS: I purchase uncooked corn tortillas at Walmart in the dairy section, located next to the queso fresco.
Nathan Rivera
10/27/2022 12:26:25 PM
I used a variety of vegetables along with garlic and plenty of cilantro stems (which have the most flavor) and tossed them in a bit of safflower oil and sea salt before roasting them in the oven for 30 minutes. This simple technique is a fantastic way to enhance the flavors in any ethnic dish. After roasting, I blended the vegetables once they had cooled. Since I didn't have enough shrimp, I added some frozen cod, and the result was an amazing recipe! Additionally, I improvised by boiling the shrimp shells with some chicken bouillon and the juices from the roasted vegetables as a substitute for chicken stock. To make the tortillas more pliable without using excessive oil, I layered them, resulting in a delicious dish with less fat. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.
Nicholas Turner
09/12/2024 05:34:40 AM
Review Rewritten: I absolutely loved this recipe! It's definitely going to be a regular meal in my home. I adapted it to make it vegan by blending tofu to a ricotta-like consistency and sautéing it with mushrooms, zucchini, and spinach for the filling. I replaced the heavy cream with almond milk thickened with cornstarch and used vegetable broth. You can either omit the cheese or opt for vegan cheese. It turned out exceptional!
Amy Johnson
09/26/2024 07:38:38 AM
Tasty! I substituted jarred salsa verde for fresh one and included cabbage along with spinach. Instead of frying the tortillas in oil, I lightly charred them on the stove.
Timothy Hernandez
02/27/2024 04:39:52 AM
This recipe was fantastic! I tried it out but omitted cilantro as my Mom isn't a fan of it. The spiciness level was perfect for my taste buds. You can control the spiciness by reducing the amount of jalapenos or removing the seeds and membranes, which is what I did. It was a big hit - even Mom asked for seconds!
Nancy Hernandez
12/17/2022 10:58:02 PM
I absolutely adored this recipe! Instead of making the sauce from scratch, I used a large jar of tomatillo salsa from Costco. I heated up two cups of it and then mixed in the cream and chicken broth as per the recipe instructions. It saved me so much time! I also added mushrooms to the filling and ended up using only half the amount of cheese suggested. The recipe was easy to follow but a bit time-consuming. However, the end result was definitely worth it. So delicious!
John King
04/18/2024 10:23:20 PM
Great recipe! I opted for poblano and jalapeno peppers and used vegetable stock instead of chicken. Definitely going to make this dish again.
Melissa White
09/17/2024 04:41:52 AM
The sauce had great flavors, but unfortunately, it was too runny and looked unappetizing because the ingredients weren't cooked down or pureed. I have a tried and tested recipe for a sauce that works perfectly with chicken enchiladas. On the bright side, the shrimp was delicious.
Brian Gomez
02/09/2025 10:19:55 AM
An innovative and delicious departure from traditional red sauce enchiladas. I mostly stuck to the recipe but included extra shrimp and cheese for added flavor. Opted for Sriracha drizzle instead of green sauce while cooking, just to add a pop of color. This dish is now a permanent fixture in our dinner rotation.